Ozempic reference
How to store Ozempic
Refrigerate unopened pens at 36–46°F. After first use, room temperature ≤86°F or refrigerated, for 56 days.
Detailed guidance
- Refrigerate unopened pens at 36–46°F (2–8°C). Never freeze.
- After first use: room temperature ≤86°F (30°C) OR refrigerated. Discard after 56 days.
- Keep cap on between uses; do not store pen with needle attached.
- Carry-on only when traveling.
Source: Ozempic FDA prescribing information (opens in a new tab)
People also ask
Common questions readers ask
- Does Ozempic cause hair loss?
- Not directly. Hair shedding (telogen effluvium) is reported by some patients ~3 months into rapid weight loss — typical of any rapid-weight-loss state, not unique to GLP-1. Full evidence-graded answer
- Can you drink alcohol on Wegovy?
- No hard contraindication, but alcohol tolerance often drops sharply on GLP-1. Many patients also report reduced desire for alcohol — likely a secondary effect of GLP-1 on the brain reward system. Full evidence-graded answer
- Can I take GLP-1 while pregnant?
- No. All FDA-approved GLP-1s carry a pregnancy contraindication. Stop GLP-1 at least 2 months before planned conception due to its long half-life. Full evidence-graded answer
- Is it safe to take GLP-1 long-term?
- Liraglutide has 15+ years of post-marketing data (Victoza approved 2010). Semaglutide has 8+ years (Ozempic approved 2017). No new class-wide safety signals have emerged in extended follow-up. Chronic use is the FDA-approved indication for both T2D and obesity. Full evidence-graded answer
- Do I need to exercise on Wegovy?
- Yes — resistance training specifically. Without it, 25-40% of weight lost on GLP-1 comes from lean muscle. Cardio is a bonus; resistance is the non-negotiable. Full evidence-graded answer
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See full Ozempic profileEditorial information based on FDA prescribing data. Not personal medical advice. For urgent symptoms call your prescriber or 911.